Polonnaruwa Small Group Tours & Trip Packages

Polonnaruwa Small Group Tours & Trips

42 Polonnaruwa trips. Tours from 19 tour companies. 157 reviews.

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Sri Lanka & Maldives in 13 days - Pearls of the Indian Ocean - LUXURY
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By Exoticca
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2/5 Disappointing
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
Although they’re cheaper than other brands, they still make sure all parts of the trip, like hotels, meet a high minimum standard.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Dambulla, Kandy, Minneriya National Park, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya

Highlights

  • Malé
  • Colombo
  • Kandy
  • Negombo
  • Nuwara Eliya
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"The trip was well laid out. Tour guides were friendly and knowledgeable. The only complaint is some of our travel documents that were sent out were not in English. If your sending documents out correspondence should be in both the native language and the language of the people the correspondence to. Other than that a great first time experience."

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Best of Sri Lanka
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They’re very committed to sustainable and responsible tourism and contribute to important initiatives like climate action.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Colombo, Dambulla, Kandy, Mirissa, Negombo, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya

Highlights

  • Ride around the ancient ruins of Anuradhapura on a bike tour, cycling through the jungle to see the dagobas, palaces, and pools of a city abandoned over 1000 years ago.
  • Climb the rock fortress of Sigiriya to the ancient ruins that lie atop the 200-metre-high summit and get panoramic views over the surrounding wilderness.
  • Explore the divine city of Kandy, mingling with pilgrims at the Temple of the Tooth, touring a tea factory, and taking in the views of this lush lakefront town.
  • Fall in love with Sri Lankan food and get to know locals during experiences like lunching with a Tamil tea worker and a home-cooking demonstration.
  • Unwind on the sandy beaches of Mirissa, where the waters are clear and warm, and monkeys play in the swaying palms that line the shores.
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Themes

Cultural, High Adventure, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"We joined the Intrepid “Real Italy Food Tour” and enjoyed it thoroughly. Our tour guide, Micol, was very knowledgeable and provided us with lots of good information. It seems Micol knew many of the staff of the venues we visited, including the pasta making class we attended. Our group of 11 travelers was extremely compatible, which greatly added to the fun and enjoyment."

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Active Sri Lanka
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They explore a place beyond the typical tourist traps and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” intrepid travelers want.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Visits

Colombo, Hikkaduwa, Kandy, Kelani River, Matale, Minneriya National Park, Negombo, Polonnaruwa

Highlights

  • Get active in Sri Lanka as you hike, bike and paddle your way around this beautiful island
  • Search for leopard, elephant and birdlife on jeep safaris in National Parks
  • Relax at the end on Hikkaduwa's pristine beaches

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"Very good, the waiting time on the phone was a bit too long the first time ( 10 minutes)"

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Premium Sri Lanka in Depth
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4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They’re very committed to sustainable and responsible tourism and contribute to important initiatives like climate action.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Colombo, Dambulla, Ella, Kandy, Negombo, Nuwara Eliya, Polonnaruwa, Yala, Yala National Park

Highlights

  • Learn about the country’s colonial past first-hand during your Feature Stay at the gorgeous Grand Hotel in Nuwara Eliya – first established in 1891, this historic hotel has a modern outlook on sustainable practices.
  • Discover the breadth of Sri Lanka’s food scene during Exclusive Experiences, including a cooking class in Galle, a tea plantation tour and a sophisticated high tea in Nuwara Eliya, and barbecue dinner in Dambulla.
  • Search for crocodiles, elephants, monkeys and the ever-elusive leopards under the cover of darkness on an evening safari through the wild grasslands of Yala National Park.
  • Uncover ancient treasures in Sri Lanka’s cultural triangle as you explore the temples, ruins and stupas of Sigiriya, Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Kandy with the expert guidance of your local leader.
  • Enjoy Exclusive Experiences in Kandy – dine at the Hela Bojun restaurant which is focused on empowering and employing local women, and enjoy a private cultural dance performance.
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Themes

High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"We joined the Intrepid “Real Italy Food Tour” and enjoyed it thoroughly. Our tour guide, Micol, was very knowledgeable and provided us with lots of good information. It seems Micol knew many of the staff of the venues we visited, including the pasta making class we attended. Our group of 11 travelers was extremely compatible, which greatly added to the fun and enjoyment."

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Sri Lanka in 8 days - Temples, Treasures & Spiritual Retreats - LUXURY
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By Exoticca
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4.4/5 Great
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
Although they’re cheaper than other brands, they still make sure all parts of the trip, like hotels, meet a high minimum standard.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Dambulla, Kandy, Minneriya National Park, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya

Highlights

  • Colombo
  • Dambulla Caves
  • Kandy
  • Negombo
  • Nuwara Eliya
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"The trip was well laid out. Tour guides were friendly and knowledgeable. The only complaint is some of our travel documents that were sent out were not in English. If your sending documents out correspondence should be in both the native language and the language of the people the correspondence to. Other than that a great first time experience."

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Family Sri Lanka and Maldives Adventure
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They explore a place beyond the typical tourist traps and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” intrepid travelers want.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Visits

Colombo, Ella, Hikkaduwa, Kandy, Negombo, Nuwara Eliya, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Udawalawe

Highlights

  • Discover the variety of Sri Lanka: tropical jungle, cool highlands & Buddhist treasures
  • Close-up elephant encounters at Udawalawe National Park
  • Relax on board a traditional dhoni boat, with all meals freshly prepared

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"Very good, the waiting time on the phone was a bit too long the first time ( 10 minutes)"

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Sri Lanka & Maldives in 13 days - Pearls of the Indian Ocean - SUPERIOR
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By Exoticca
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4.4/5 Great
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
Although they’re cheaper than other brands, they still make sure all parts of the trip, like hotels, meet a high minimum standard.
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Dambulla, Kandy, Minneriya National Park, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya

Highlights

  • Malé
  • Colombo
  • Kandy
  • Negombo
  • Nuwara Eliya
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"The trip was well laid out. Tour guides were friendly and knowledgeable. The only complaint is some of our travel documents that were sent out were not in English. If your sending documents out correspondence should be in both the native language and the language of the people the correspondence to. Other than that a great first time experience."

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Premium Sri Lanka
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4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They’re very committed to sustainable and responsible tourism and contribute to important initiatives like climate action.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy

Visits

Colombo, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Polonnaruwa

Highlights

  • Learn about the country’s past during your Feature Stay at the gorgeous Grand Hotel in Nuwara Eliya – established in 1891, this colonial-era hotel has a modern outlook on sustainable practices.
  • Discover the beauty and mastery of Sri Lanka’s craft traditions and try them for yourself – from brass making and pottery to woodwork and ancient palm leaf writing.
  • Get an exclusive and immersive look at rural life in Ambagasthenna, where you’ll walk through tea plantations and paddy fields and learn about sustainable farming with a local guide.
  • Spot elephants, monkeys and tropical birds on a safari through the wild grasslands of Minneriya National Park.
  • Uncover ancient treasures in Sri Lanka’s cultural triangle as you explore the temples, ruins and stupas of Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa and Kandy with the expert guidance of your local leader.
Show more

Themes

High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"We joined the Intrepid “Real Italy Food Tour” and enjoyed it thoroughly. Our tour guide, Micol, was very knowledgeable and provided us with lots of good information. It seems Micol knew many of the staff of the venues we visited, including the pasta making class we attended. Our group of 11 travelers was extremely compatible, which greatly added to the fun and enjoyment."

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Polonnaruwa Reviews

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Andrew L.

Feb 2023

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CharlieTheTraveler chose amazing sites to visit each day of this 10-day Sri Lanka trip.

CharlieTheTraveler chose amazing sites to visit each day of this 10-day Sri Lanka trip. The tour guide provided by the company was knowledgeable about the area and p...

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Carol P.

Feb 2023

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I appreciated how much of the natural beauty this company highlighted in the Sri Lanka trip.

I appreciated how much of the natural beauty this company highlighted in the Sri Lanka trip. I love to travel and I found this trip one of the best trips I have been...

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Valerie G.

Feb 2023

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CharlieTheTraveler planned this trip with a balance of natural and cultural activities in Sri Lanka.

CharlieTheTraveler planned this trip with a balance of natural and cultural activities in Sri Lanka. This 10-day trip included excursions I never would have planned ...

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Anthony Jimenez

Feb 2023

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Our tour guide went well beyond my expectations just to make us feel happy and safe.

There is no doubt in my mind that the company CharlieTheTraveler made the perfect itinerary showing the best Sri Lanka has to see and do. We could not have done the ...

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Amanda D.

Feb 2023

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There were some excellent tours of natural wonders on this trip to Sri Lanka.

There were some excellent tours of natural wonders on this trip to Sri Lanka. CharlieTheTraveler highlighted the beauty of the country and organized an unforgettable...

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